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Energy Resilience with Solar + Storage
Solar and batteries are fueling a transformation of the energy grid, and together they can be vital a resource during a power outage. This ‘energy resilience’ is especially important in the Pacific Northwest due to our significant earthquake hazard. Luckily, as costs decrease this technology is becoming accessible to home and business owners, as well as public institutions. Come learn all about solar + batteries (a.k.a. ‘storage’) as we lead a discussion with regional experts, as well as homeowners who know the benefits first hand. Speakers include:
- Jonna Papaefthimiou – Portland Bureau of Emergency Management
- Adam Schultz – Oregon Department of Energy
- Dan Bihn – Professional energy communicator and storyteller
- Zach Snyder – Solar Oregon
Would you like to connect with the Solar Oregon community? Come early for a special member happy hour from 5-7 PM. Both events are free and open to the public.
Solar Oregon Happy Hour: 5-7 PM
Main Event: 7-9 PM
Workshops & Webinars
Solar Oregon provides a variety of solar workshops and webinars. In our monthly How to Go Solar + Storage webinar, we will answer your questions about how solar works, share information about incentives available, and help you take the first step to add solar to your home or business. Participants will come away with basic knowledge about solar energy systems and will be prepared to do more focused research on their own, or start working with a contractor right away.
Our solar and storage workshops are sponsored by the Energy Trust of Oregon. Energy Trust of Oregon provides cash incentives to install solar and contractor connections to experienced trade allies so that obtaining solar for your home or business. Learn more about the incentives offered by Energy Trust of Oregon here.
With solar and storage becoming more accessible, homes and businesses across the state are installing systems. We also host solar showcases to highlight these projects and give you a chance to see how your neighbors and fellow Oregonians are using solar power.